Annual Hop Research Council Request for Proposals (RFP) — Annual Research Grants
Who can apply: Eligible applicants include private-sector organizations, nonprofit or for-profit; faculty at universities and colleges; and government organizations, including Extension personnel. Collaboration with out-of-state researchers is encouraged. New researchers must demonstrate the capability to address HRC research and outreach needs. Proposals should benefit the U.S. hop industry and comply with the proposal, reporting, outreach, and overhead policies described in the RFP.
Deadline: For new projects beginning in 2027: June 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM PT. Continuing projects: October 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM PT. Continuing projects co-funded with the Washington Hop Commission: September 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM PT. All listed 2027-cycle deadlines have passed as of November 10, 2026.